Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Name: Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup shortening; ½ cup butter; ½ cup granulated sugar; 1 cup packed brown sugar; ½ teaspoon baking soda; 2 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups semisweet chocolate pieces; 1 ½ cups chopped walnuts (optional) or 1 ½ cups pecans (optional) or 1 ½ cups hazelnuts (optional)

Servings: persons

½ cup shortening
½ cup butter
½ cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups semisweet chocolate pieces
1 ½ cups chopped walnuts (optional) or 1 ½ cups pecans (optional) or 1 ½ cups hazelnuts (optional)

1
In a large mixing bowl beat the shortening and butter with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds.
2
add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and baking soda.
3
beat mixture until combined, scraping sides of bowl occasionally.
4
beat in the eggs and vanilla until combined.
5
beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer, stir in the remaining flour.
6
stir in the chocolate pieces and nuts.
7
drop dough by rounded teaspoons 2 inches apart onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
8
bake cookies in a 375 degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
9
transfer cookies to a wire rack; cool.

1799

kcal

Calories

Fat

215

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup shortening, ½ cup butter, ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 cup packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

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